Fragrant Onions

A kitchen without onions can hardly be thought of as a functioning kitchen—onions are just that basic to our cuisine. There’s hardly a recipe for soup, sauce, or stew that doesn’t begin with “Sauté a medium onion” or a dish that isn’t enhanced by their sweet pungency.

We are certain onions have never gone out of fashion in all of recorded history, for everyone seems to agree they bring out the best in so many dishes. But don’t just think of onions as chopped flavorings. Prepare them baked, creamed, in stews, and as condiments—really get to know your onions.